Bilingual Transition Liaison (Part-Time)

New London Public Schools; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

New London Public Schools in Connecticut seeks a Bilingual Transition Liaison to support bilingual students and families as they transition into high school. You will serve as a cultural and linguistic bridge, ensuring access to counseling, graduation requirements, and school resources.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, counselors, and administrators, interpreting during meetings and translating documents.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or educational setting.
• Ability to interpret during meetings, phone calls, and events.
• Translate key documents and communications for families.

Responsibilities

• Assist newly enrolled bilingual students with transitioning into the high school environment.
• Facilitate access to counselors, academic programs, and student services.
• Support families in understanding graduation requirements and available supports.
• Serve as interpreter during meetings and school events.

Skills

Interpreting

Bilingual

Communication

Job description

• Position Type: District Wide/ District Translator
• Date Posted: 8/26/2026
• Location: District Wide

Your next great opportunity starts here! At New London Public Schools, you'll join a welcoming team that celebrates innovation, values every voice, and empowers you to make a lasting impact on students and the community from day one.

Reports to: Director Multilingual Learners

Pay:$29/ hourly

• Work is primarily performed in a school setting.
• May require occasional evening or weekend hours for school events or parent meetings.

Position Overview

The Bilingual Transition Liaison supports bilingual students and their families as they transition into the high school environment. This position plays a vital role in promoting academic success and building strong connections between families and the school community. The liaison will serve as both a cultural and linguistic bridge, ensuring equitable access to school resources, counseling, and support services.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Supporting Student Success:
  • Assist newly enrolled bilingual students with transitioning into the school environment.
  • Facilitate access to counselors, academic programs, and student services.
  • Support students and families in understanding graduation requirements, academic expectations, and available supports.
  • Help students develop confidence and a sense of belonging within the school community.
• Bridging Communication:
  • Serve as an interpreter during meetings, phone calls, and school events involving non-English-speaking families.
  • Translate key documents and communication to ensure parents are fully informed and engaged.
  • Help foster cultural understanding and sensitivity among school staff.
• Collaborating with School Staff:
  • Partner with teachers, counselors, and administrators to identify and address barriers to student success.
  • Share relevant cultural or linguistic insights that may impact student learning or family engagement.
  • Assist in planning and implementing family engagement events, orientation programs, and workshops.
• Experience working in a school or educational setting.
• Familiarity with the high school education system and student support services.
• Experience with interpretation and translation in an educational context.

Preferred Requirements

Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or Haitian Creole highly desirable.

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package, which may include health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave, life and disability insurance, and other fringe benefits. Benefit offerings, eligibility, and terms vary by position and are governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement, Board of Education policy, and/or individual employment agreement. Additional information is available on the District's Human Resources website.

Mandatory Pre-Employment Screening & Compliance Notice

In accordance with Connecticut state law, all offers of employment at New London Public Schools are conditional upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background screening and sexual misconduct background check. Candidates must fully comply with the disclosure and employment verification requirements mandated under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 10-222c. Failure to provide the required authorizations, complete the statutory screening process, or meet the district's standards of safety and fitness for employment will result in the immediate disqualification of the applicant or the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

New London Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and Connecticut state laws, we do not discriminate based on race, color, religious creed, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Postings current as of 9/10/2026 2:32:29 AM CST.